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NASM Practice Test 1 (Missed Answers)

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Which of the following components of the respiratory system collects the channeled air coming from the conducting airways?
alveoli
Which of the following terms refers to the examination of bioenergetics as it relates to the unique physiologic changes and demands placed on the body during exercise?
exercise metabolism
Which of the following is a symptom of low-back injuries?
decreased neural control to stabilizing muscles of the core
Which of the following results from an independent risk factor called trunk muscle weakness?
low-back pain
Which of the following is an example of core-strength exercises?
Reverse crunch and cable rotations
Which of the following is true of plyometric-stabilization exercises?
They are designed to establish optimal landing mechanics
Which of the following routines should a stabilization level client follow as part of warm-up exercises?
Static stretching for 30 seconds for each muscle
Which of the following refers to the speed of contraction and exercise selection?
neuromuscular specificity
Which of the following terms refers to pausing for a specified amount of time while performing a single repetition of a particular exercise?
An isometric hold
Which of the following phases of the Optimum Performance Training (OPT) model involves using both heavy loads with explosive movement and low resistance with a high velocity?
The power training phase
Which of the following statements is a characteristic of osteoarthritis?
The cartilage becomes soft, frayed, or thins out, as a result of trauma
Which of the following nutrients requires the largest quantity of water for metabolism?
proteins
Which of the following nutrients promotes intestinal health and reduces the risk and occurrence of colorectal cancer, hemorrhoids, and constipation?
insoluble fibers
Which of the following is a function of fats?
preserving body heat
Ariel followed a high-protein diet for over a month. However, she did not increase her fluid intake during this period. As a result, she suffered from dehydration. Which of the following is a likely symptom Ariel experienced as an effect of dehydration?
increased heart rate
Which of the following is a goal of active listening in communication for personal trainers?
to form collaborative relationships with clients
Which of the following is true of self-management skills?
increased likelihood that desired change will occur
In which of the following ways do clients usually self-monitor?
Maintain daily written record of the behavior that they are trying to change
Sarah has been postponing going to the gym as she has to take care of her children. Leslie, her neighbor, decides to help her and offers to babysit. In this case, which of the following kinds of support does Leslie provide Sarah?
Instrumental Support
Which of the following statements is true of commercial fitness facilities?
Some commercial fitness facilities provide in-house training.
Refers to the weight and movements placed on the body
mechanical specificity
Refers to the energy demand placed on the body
metabolic specificity
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